How to transfer the screen to Xiaomi TV via Chromecast: 5 working ways

It's hard to imagine a modern home without the ability to stream videos, games or presentations from your phone to the big screen. -- Xiaomi smartphone owners (including Redmi Note 12 Pro models)+, POCO X5 The Pro or Mi 13 Ultra is often faced with the question of how to properly configure the chromecast (or Chromecast) to wirelessly transmit an image to your TV. The problem is that the term “chromecast” is used by many as a synonym for any wireless broadcast, although in fact it is a specific technology from Google.

In this article, we’ll take a look at all the ways Xiaomi can connect to a TV, from the classic Google Cast (which is the real Chromecast) to alternative protocols like Miracast or wired connectivity. USB-C → HDMI. You will learn which method is best to choose for your phone and TV model, how to avoid image delays and what to do if the broadcast is constantly interrupted.

We're going to focus on the typical Xiaomi user errors, like when a smartphone doesn't find a TV on the list of available devices or when the stream comes with artifacts. We've also tested all the methods on current firmware. MIUI 14/15 Identify what settings to change for stable operation.

1.What is Chromecast and why is it confused with Miracast

Before you get into setting up, it’s important to understand the terminology.The Chromecast is a hardware device from Google (in the form of a flash drive plugged into the device). HDMI-TV port) or built-in feature in Android TVs TV/Google TV, This protocol allows you to “send” content (video, music, screen) from your phone to your TV via Wi-Fi.

Miracast is a universal wireless broadcasting standard that works without the Internet (point-to-point), and is built into most modern TVs and smartphones, including Xiaomi.

• 🔹 Chromecast (Google Cast): requires you to connect your phone and TV to the same Wi-Fi network, supports streaming content (for example, YouTube or Netflix can be “submitted” to TV while continuing to use your phone).
• 🔹 Miracast: Dubbs the phone screen on a TV without the Internet, but with a delay and without the ability to use the phone during the broadcast.

Xiaomi supports both standards in its smartphones, but implementation depends on the model and version. MIUI. For example, in POCO F5 Miracast is called Wireless Display and Redmi 10 is called Screen Translation».

⚠️ Note: If your TV does not support Google Cast (e.g. older Samsung models or other products) LG Android TV), But if you have Miracast, you can stream the screen, but you can't send videos from the apps (like YouTube), and you have to use alternative methods.

2. Method 1: Chromecast via Google Cast (for Android TVs) TV)

This is the best way to use a TV with Android. TV (for example, Xiaomi TV A2, Sony Bravia or Philips with Google TV). It allows not only to duplicate the screen, but also to “send” videos from supported applications (YouTube, Netflix, Kinopoisk) directly to the TV, while continuing to use the phone.

Requirements:

• 📱 Xiaomi smartphone on the MIUI 12+ (Android 10+).
• 📺 Android TV TV 9.0+ Google Chromecast (any version of the device).
• 🌐 Phone and TV connected to the same Wi-Fi network (or Chromecast in guest mode).

Step-by-step:

1. On your TV, turn on Google Cast: Go to Settings → Devices and networks → Google Cast (or Settings) → Connections → Chromecast built-in. Activate the option "Allow connection».
2. On Xiaomi smartphone: Open Settings → Connections and sharing → Broadcast (or Settings) → Screen. → Screen broadcasting in new versions MIUI). Select your TV from the list of available devices. Confirm the connection on the TV (coding may appear to pair).

Television and phone in the same Wi-Fi network |

Google Cast is on on the TV|

On the smartphone, access to the location is allowed (needed to search for devices)|

Disabled. VPN Proxies (can block the broadcast)-->

If the TV doesn’t appear on the list, try:

• 🔄 Reboot the router and both devices.
• 📶 Connect to 2.4 GHz network (some TVs don't run 5 GHz).
• 🔧 In router settings, disable customer isolation (AP Isolation or Client Isolation).

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If the broadcast is lagging, reduce the screen resolution in the broadcast settings on your smartphone. To do this, after connecting, tap the broadcast icon in the notification bar and select 720p instead 1080p.

3. Method 2: Miracast for TVs without Android TV

If your TV does not support Google Cast (e.g. Samsung with Tizen or Google Cast) LG It's webOS, but there's Miracast, which is also called Screen Mirroring, Smart View, Wireless Display, and you can use it, and it duplicates the screen of the phone onto a TV without the Internet, but with some limitations:

• ⏱ Image delay (~100-300 ms), which is critical for gaming.
• 🔋 Fast discharge of the smartphone battery.
• 📵 It is not possible to use the phone during broadcasting.

How to connect:

1. On TV: For Samsung: Settings → General. → Smart View. LG: Settings → Networks. → Screen Share. For Xiaomi TV (Android TV): Settings → Wireless networks → Miracast.
2. On Xiaomi smartphone: Open Settings → Connections and sharing → Wireless display (or screen broadcasting) → Miracast. Select the TV from the list. Confirm the connection on both devices.

Important: Some Xiaomi models (e.g. Redmi) 9A or POCO M3) Miracast can be hidden. To activate it, turn on Developer Mode (7 times tap the build number in Settings). → About phone) and in the developer menu activate the option Wireless display.

⚠️ Note: If the TV doesn't support Miracast, it does HDMI-Port, consider the option with an adapter USB-C → HDMI (It's in method 4. It's going to give you better quality and less latency than Miracast.

4. Method 3: Using an external Chromecast device

If your TV doesn’t have a built-in Google Cast, it’s free HDMI-Port, you can buy an external device Google Chromecast (cost from 3 000 USD) ₽). It is a small adapter that connects to the HDMI Allows you to use all Chromecast features on any TV.

Advantages:

• 🎮 Support for Google Stadia and Cloud Games.
• 📺 The ability to “send” videos from apps (YouTube, Netflix, Twitch).
• 🔄 Low latency compared to Miracast.

How to set up:

1. Connect Chromecast to HDMI-TV port and outlet through USB (Use the original power supply unit!).
2. Switch the TV to the signal source from the port that the Chromecast is connected to.
3. Download the Google Home app on Xiaomi smartphone.
4. In the app, click "Add device" and follow the setting instructions.
5. Once set up, use the Cast icon in supported apps (like YouTube) or stream the full screen through Settings. → Broadcasting.

Compatible with Xiaomi:

5. Method 4: Wired connection through USB-C → HDMI

If wireless methods are not suitable (for example, due to lags or lack of Wi-Fi), you can use a wired connection via an adapter. USB-C → HDMI. It gives:

• 🎮 Minimum latency (ideal for gaming).
• 🔋 No battery consumption (phone charged via adapter).
• 📶 It doesn’t depend on the quality of Wi-Fi.

What you need:

• 🔌 adapter USB-C → HDMI (for example, Baseus or UGREEN, price ~1 500 ₽).
• 📺 Free-to-air television HDMI-port.
• 🔋 Cable USB-C → USB-A for food (if the adapter supports it).

Instructions:

1. Connect the adapter to the USB-C port on your smartphone.
2. Connect the adapter to HDMI-cable-port.
3. If the adapter has a port USB-A for power, connect it to charging (this is mandatory for stable operation!).
4. On the TV, select the signal source from the connected HDMI-port.
5. On the smartphone may appear a request for permission to transfer the image – confirm it.

Important nuances:

• 🔧 Not all adapters support image output to 4K. For Xiaomi with permission FHD+ (For example, the Redmi Note 12 Pro+) enough adapter with support 1080p.
• 🔋 Without external power, the adapter may not work or give artifacts.
• 🎮 For games, it is recommended to enable the Game Turbo mode in the smartphone settings (Settings) → Special facilities → Game turbo).

⚠️ Note: Some Xiaomi models (e.g. Mi) 10T or POCO X3) when connected through HDMI It's normal, because you can only control the TV, and to get the sensor back, you can turn off the adapter.

6. Method 5: Broadcasting through third-party applications

If the built-in methods don't work, you can use third-party apps to broadcast.

1. ApowerMirror

• 🔹 Supports both Miracast and Wi-Fi broadcasting.

How to use:

1. Install ApowerMirror on your smartphone and TV (if it has Android) TV).
2. Connect both devices to the same Wi-Fi network.
3. On your smartphone, select a TV from the list of available devices.

2. TeamViewer QuickSupport

• 🔹 Allows you to control your phone from your TV (if you have TeamViewer Host installed on it).
• 🔹 Suitable for technical support or screen demonstration.

3. LocalCast (for Chromecast)

• 🔹 Alternative to the standard Google Cast with advanced settings.

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The side of the app may require additional permissions (e.g. access to notifications or overlays over other windows).Before installing, check reviews on Google Play - some apps contain ads or paid features.

7. Solving common problems

Even with the right setup, Xiaomi users often encounter broadcast errors, including the most common:

Problem 1: The TV is not displayed in the list of devices

• 🔄 Restart the router and both devices.
• 📶 Make sure your phone and TV are connected to the same network (not the guest network!).
• 🔧 In the router settings, turn off filtering MAC-address.
• 📱 On Xiaomi smartphone, turn on Developer Mode and activate the option Debugging over Wi-Fi.

Problem 2: The broadcast is lagging or tearing

• 📶 Switch to 5 GHz (if the router supports).
• 🔧 Reduce the broadcast resolution in the settings (select) 720p instead 1080p).
• 📵 Disconnect other devices from Wi-Fi that consume traffic (such as torrents).
• 🔋 If you use Miracast, connect your phone to charge – there may be a delay when the battery is low.

Problem 3: No sound when broadcasting

• 🔊 Check if the sound on your TV or smartphone is turned off.
• 🎧 If you use Bluetooth headphones, turn them off – sound can be transmitted to them, not to the TV.
• 🔧 In the broadcast settings on your smartphone, select the option “Transmit sound».

Problem 4: Apps don’t support Chromecast

Some applications (such as TikTok or VK Videos) do not have built-in support for Google Cast:

• 🎥 Use full screen broadcasting (not content submission).
• 📱 Record a video on your phone and stream it through Google Photos or VLC.
• 🖥 Use ApowerMirror or analogues.

8. Comparison of methods: which one to choose?

To determine the best way to broadcast, use the table:

Selection recommendations:

• 🎮 For games, only USB-C → HDMI Google Cast (if the game supports the game).
• 🎬 For movies and TV shows, Google Cast (best quality and low latency).
• 📊 For presentations – Miracast or wired connection.
• 🏠 If there is no Wi-Fi, Miracast or USB-C → HDMI.

FAQ: Frequent questions